What are some common signs of depression, and how does one deal with it?
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Depression is a common mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and changes in how you think, sleep, eat and act. Symptoms include feeling hopeless and helpless. having low self-esteem. Feeling tearful.feeling guilt-ridden. And even feelings irritable and intRead more
Depression is a common mental health condition that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and changes in how you think, sleep, eat and act. Symptoms include feeling hopeless and helpless. having low self-esteem. Feeling tearful.feeling guilt-ridden. And even feelings irritable and intolerant of others.
Medications such as antidepressants can be helpful in alleviating depressive symptoms. Therapy, especially cognitive behavioral therapy can also help
See lessDepression is real and comes with its own signs. One of such sign is dufficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things; negative thoughts, feelings of worthlessness or guilt Other Common signs of depression include persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetiRead more
Depression is real and comes with its own signs. One of such sign is dufficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things; negative thoughts, feelings of worthlessness or guilt
Other Common signs of depression include persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or sleep, fatigue, feelings of worthlessness or guilt
You would always have difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of death or suicide will be rampant. Dealing with depression often involves professional help like psychotherapy and/or medication, along with lifestyle changes
See lessDepression isn’t always loud. A young man in Kaduna was the life of the party but secretly stopped eating well, slept at odd hours, and avoided friends for weeks—classic red flags. Common signs: Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy Persistent sadness or emptiness Fatigue even after rest ChanRead more
Depression isn’t always loud. A young man in Kaduna was the life of the party but secretly stopped eating well, slept at odd hours, and avoided friends for weeks—classic red flags.
Common signs:
- Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
- Persistent sadness or emptiness
- Fatigue even after rest
- Changes in appetite or weight
- Difficulty concentrating
- Feeling worthless or hopeless
See lessDealing with it:
Start small. Visit a mental health clinic like the one at Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba, or book an online session with Mentally Aware Nigeria Initiative. Stick to a daily routine—even simple ones like morning walks or journaling. Talk to trusted friends or family. Avoid self-isolation, alcohol abuse, or “I’ll be fine on my own” thinking. If thoughts of self-harm show up, get immediate help.
Depression feeds on silence; breaking that silence is usually the first real step out.